1996 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1968 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1968 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Legend | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
